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CAD Designer

SCS Engineers
SCS Engineers Salary
Naperville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026

What we are looking for

We are seeking a full-time CAD Designer to continue our growth in environmental and civil engineering.  As part of our Upper Midwest regional team, you will primarily collaborate with our professionals in Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, and the Twin Cities.  If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative setting, enjoy flexible work hours, and like dynamic work that challenges you to learn and grow each day, SCS is a great fit. You will help us pursue our growth goals and give our customers high quality, professional designs and drawing packages. You have the option to work in one of our Upper Midwest offices or work a hybrid schedule between office(s) and home.  We value your workstyle preference as you contribute to our team.

How you can make an impact

  • Gather and assemble technical data from various sources to develop engineering plans for design and construction.
  • Develop engineering plan sets, including site layouts, mass grading plans, construction details, plans and profiles, cross sections, and earthwork volume and other takeoff calculations using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
  • Develop survey point lists, alignments, and earthwork surfaces for field construction purposes.
  • Develop as-built documentation drawings.
  • Check drawings for completeness and accuracy.  
  • Develop 2D and 3D renderings, when required.
  • Work with engineers or scientists in project work.
  • Assist with the development and maintenance of CAD standards.
  • Coordinate work with other drafters or CAD designers within our region.
  • Assist with the integration of CAD with other technology solutions (e.g., GIS, drones, AI, etc.).

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of prior work experience drafting for civil engineering.
  • Experience in the solid waste industry preferred.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software required.
  • Experience in preparing engineering plan sets, including site layouts, mass grading plans, construction details, plans and profiles, cross sections, and earthwork volume and other takeoff calculations.
  • Experience in generating both 2D and 3D renderings (e.g. Revit, Maya) is not required but preferred.

Pay Range

USD $80,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com #LI-RD1

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000

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